DevriX

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I managed development for a publication that focused on events, meetings, conventions, and trade shows across the country. We were essentially an online magazine with a monthly print version. I managed the writers and the content that we posted, as well as anything related to SEO, advertising, and everything digital.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DevriX?

We needed to change our digital platform. Our old site was a bit archaic and hard to manage. We wanted to be nimbler and needed help moving all of our content to WordPress.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We moved to WordPress and started developing the new site. We improved SEO and site traffic pretty quickly and changed the way we produced content. They helped with site functionality so we could scale faster and teach writers how to navigate the new procedures.

One of the biggest challenges was migrating all of our content from the old system. We moved over 100,000 pages with images and content to the new design and didn’t want to lose SEO ranking for the pages we kept. They did really well bringing that content over.

We worked with them on retainer so they continued to make updates. When the refresh happened, it was a quick turnaround. We finished the project in 53 days. They moved very quickly and then helped add new technologies like DoubleClick to the site. They also helped enhanced other features, including a new product line that worked in tandem with the site to help planners find venues across the country. I left the company last year, but I see new enhancements to the site.

What is the team composition?

We had a team of about four to five people. We had a designer, one developer for day-to-day changes, a lead developer who stepped in when we got stuck, and Mario [CEO, DevriX] was really available for planning and focused on putting together all the initiatives with us to set our timelines and meet our goals.

How did you come to work with DevriX?

Our digital director brought them on. I wasn’t part of his process, so I don’t know how he found them.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in March 2017. They were still working together when I left the company in January 2017.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

For us, it was mostly about launching the product. It was important that we had a certain amount of time directed by the executives to make sure we stuck to deadlines. That was one way we measured the project’s success.

After the launch, our website traffic doubled within a couple of months and we continued to see improvement throughout the following year. The site ran smoothly with no hiccups or crashes.

How did DevriX perform from a project management standpoint?

There were some instances where our server would break or something would happen that needed resolving. They work in Bulgaria, but were so available. They were organized, helpful, and worked diligently to meet deadlines. We had one issue very early on a Saturday morning where the whole team made themselves available to fix a problem.

What did you find most impressive about them?

One of the coolest things about them is their ability to transform our ideas into products. They had the knowledge base behind a lot of the technical aspects we needed. If they saw better options, they made suggestions. They were really effective and very positive. They were flexible and could pivot when we needed them to.

Are there any areas they could improve?

We didn’t have any issues with them. Any shifts or issues with the projects came from our executives, not their team.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Set the expectations for timing and deliverables early. You will have a more realistic idea of the project and the cushion you will need between changes or projects. They do a good job with planning and will help you be effective. They can show you what to expect so you’re not surprised by any scheduling issues.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co-founder of impactTIME

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

impactTIME Ltd. is providing sustainability coaching services and trainings based on impactTIME framework. The framework provides clear structure and effective communication throughout the Sustainability Life Cycle, engaging all stakeholders and building consensus. This framework empowers leadership to achieve clarity, implement seamless process and save time in the sustainability journey and drive meaningful change.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire DevriX to accomplish?

• to design a clean, targeted and comparative brand similar to the sustainability brands
• To create website which explains a comprehensive framework in an easy-to-understand style
• The project also had to be done in a timely manner using hightly collaborative project management approach

SOLUTION

How did you find DevriX?

Online Search

Why did you select DevriX over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from DevriX were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Beyond the website design, the required essential integrations ware implemented to ensure their website was functional and optimized for growth. 
The used tools were:
* Google Analytics for traffic tracking.
* HubSpot to capture leads and manage newsletter signups through custom contact forms.
* YoastSEO to help the client with search engine optimization.
* CookieYes to ensure the site met compliance standards, making the user experience secure and meeting EU and GDPR regulations.
* Social media icons and links to LinkedIn profiles, email, ect.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We had a shared Google drive where we could exchange early stage design ideas and site content. Subsequently, we were given a link to the demo site, where we could see the progress of the agreed tasks and evaluate what needs to be improved. We continuously received status emails on what was expected from us to deliver and what was the implementation progress. In our online meetings, we reviewed the next steps and any challenges to continue with the further process.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

We have been met with great understanding of the timeline for our deliveries and uncertainty around design preferences. The team members and project manager showed great patience and flexibility, supporting the project to be delivered on time and with good quality.

What was your primary form of communication with DevriX?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They were a team of friendly, young people who were passionate about doing a good job they can be proud of while enjoying the implementation journey

Are there any areas for improvement or something DevriX could have done differently?

There is always room for improvement – "Kaizen" is part of life.
We are already aware that we would like to have more projects with DevriX, and when we start them, we would prefer to have a common system like Jira or Azure DevOps to create an even better overview of the tasks.